Program Controls and Commercial Director

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Program Controls and Commercial Director to join our team.

Job Summary:

Program Controls is the application of Project Controls in a Program Management context. This includes the added complexity and interactions demanded from Programs such as Government legislation, Political obligations, Legacy creation, multi-partner KPIs, cross industry body creation and/or collaboration, finance partnering, contract incentivization and extensive stakeholder engagement.

Major Responsibilities:

The responsibilities of the Program Controls and Commercial Director include the following

• Plays a pivotal role in navigating the intricate landscape of mega-sized programs, characterized by strategic significance, and elevated execution complexity.

• Enhances the Program Controls function and contributes to the overall success of the program through strategic leadership and effective coordination.

• Serves as the primary technical leader for program controls and is a recognized expert in their domain or specialty area such as Scheduling, Cost, Risk) as well as other areas such as Commercial and Procurement).

• Keeps up with the latest trends and standards in Program Controls and advises on how to update applications or tools accordingly. This helps AECOM stay ahead of the competition in terms of emerging technologies, delivery methods, funding mechanisms, geopolitical issues, or other relevant factors.

• Uses creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in anticipating and solving unprecedented technical problems within Program Controls.

• Develops and implements advanced resource allocation strategies, optimizing efficiency and productivity across the program.

• Develops, facilitates and implements innovative strategies to surpass program goals and contribute to organizational success.

• Provides technical expertise to global and region business lines, market sector and business development teams, suggesting approaches and differentiators where applicable.

• Provides visible industry and technical Program Controls leadership within and outside of AECOM.

Qualifications

In order to be considered for this position, candidates must possess, at a very minimum:

• A University Degree + extensive experience in Project Controls on large programs.

Demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including six (6) years of leadership, may be considered.

Additional Information

Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $250,000.00 - $300,000.00.

About AECOM

AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at ~~~ and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We're the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we're in this together - your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you'll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm - access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10121896

Business Line: Transportation

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: Canada

Career Area: Program & Project Management

Work Location Model: On-Site

Legal Entity: AECOM Canada Ltd